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Judicial Specialist 2 (D5 143066)

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Judicial Specialist 2 (D5 143066)

Salary

$38,667.20 Annually

Location

Guthrie Center - 50115 - Guthrie County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-03044

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

05/05/2025

Closing Date

5/25/2025 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

[email protected]

To Apply

Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

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Job Description

The 5th Judicial District’s Polk County Clerk of Court has an opening for a Judicial Specialist 2 located in the Guthrie County Clerk of Court Office. Under the direct supervision of the Polk County Clerk of Court, candidates should have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position will assist with processing filings for Polk County Probate Division with some travel required.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The starting pay for this position is $18.59 per hour.

Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. To view a copy of the branches, Utilization report, please visitwww.iowacourts.govthe click on the Careers tab.

The following skills and attributes will enable your success in this role:

+ Excellent communication skills

+ Computer skills

+ The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public

+ Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service

+ Critical thinking skills

+ The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

+ Detailed oriented

+ Ability to assist Judges, Attorneys, and Self – Represented Litigants

What’s in it for YOU:

+ Collaborative, positive work environment

+ Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

+ Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

+ Excellent benefits package

+ Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave

+ Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan

+ Employee discount program

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch . Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise

Minimum Qualification Requirements

+ Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and two (2) years of successful completion of accredited post high school education in business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant or related program.

+ Two (2) years of professional office experience in business, court or legal work or a related area with one (1) year of the experience involving customer service. At the discretion of the appointing authority additional years of experience may be substituted for the required post high school education.

Or, the successful completion of additional years of education (i.e., Bachelor’s Degree) may be substituted for years of experience on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience. Education cannot be substituted for customer service experience.

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

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+ No

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Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

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Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

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What is your minimum salary requirement?

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Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

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List any professional licenses you hold:

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Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowacourts.gov/

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